I offer a range of courses, lectures and workshops and tours, specialising in freehand machine embroidery
and related creative stitching techniques. Fortnightly courses offer an intensive exploration into
the creative world of Freehand Machine Embroidery.

Get to know your sewing machine and use it as a drawing tool to create individual designs.

Residential courses are on offer at West Dean College, Chichester, West Sussex,

 As a freelance tutor and lecturer, I travel nationally and internationally, visiting groups and guilds.

(see below for details of available courses)

BRIGHTON SUMMER SCHOOL
Falmer Village Hall, South Street, Falmer, Brighton. BN1 9PT 
book on:-  01273 417178        e-mail  wendy@wendydolan.co.uk

CHILDHOOD MEMORIES
      11th-15th August 2025     £325       
 Set in a beautiful location opposite the village pond in Falmer Village, Sussex - near the Universities of Sussex and
Brighton and the Amex Stadium. Enjoy a week of creative stitching inspired by your Childhood Memories.
 Free parking.
 

TEXTILE TOURS TO UZBEKISTAN AND JAPAN
    to book contact -  info@aahilyaholidays.com

SILK ROAD TEXTILE TRAIL
UNVEILING THE CRAFTS AND CULTURE OF UZBEKISTAN
for information contact -
https://www.aahilyaholidays.com/tour/8c11/silk-road-textile-trail:-unveiling-the-crafts-&-culture-of-central-asia---uzbekistan-with-british-artist-wendy-dolan-2026

29th March - 12th April  2026
 Discover the captivating tapestry of Central Asia, where history, culture, and exquisite craftsmanship intertwine.
Our Silk Road Textile Trail invites you to explore ‘Uzbekistan' - renowned for it's rich textile heritage. Unravel the secrets of age-old traditions as you immerse yourself in the world of vibrant silks, intricate embroideries, and timeless weaving techniques. From bustling bazaars to remote villages, experience the essence of Central Asian life while uncovering the stories woven into every thread.

A TEXTILE ODYSSEY THROUGH JAPAN
for information contact -
https://www.aahilyaholidays.com/tour/6f6a/a-textile-odyssey-through-japan-with-wendy-dolan

1st - 14th September 2026
A cultural journey that showcases Japan's rich textile heritage. The tour explores traditional techniques like shibori (tie-dyeing), kimono recycling and weaving, alongside modern textile innovations. Visit textile museums, participate in hands-on workshops, and gain insight into the cultural significance of fabrics in Japan, offering a unique perspective on the country's craftsmanship and design.

WEST DEAN COLLEGE
West Dean, Chichester, West Sussex. PO18 0QZ
book on:- 01243 811301 www.westdean.org.uk

MACHINE EMBROIDERY INSPIRED BY ANTONI GAUDI
26th February - 1st March 2026

MACHINE EMBROIDERED LANDSCAPES
19th - 22nd November 2026

GRANARY STUDIOS
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The Granary, Owslebury Farm, Main Rd, Owslebury, SO21 1LU
https://granarystudio.com

MACHINE EMBROIDERY INSPIRED BY ANTONI GAUDI
25th-26th September 2025

Explore the exciting patterns, mosaics and architectural wonders, created by the Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi. Fabrics will be layered stitched and painted, creating textural designs.

CREATIVE MACHINE EMBROIDERY

Court Bushes Community Hub, Willow Way, Hurstpierpoint,  West Sussex. BN6 9TH
book on:-  01273 417178               e-mail  wendy@wendydolan.co.uk

BEGINNERS & IMPROVERS
Wednesday   10.00am-3.30pm   (all day, alternate weeks)   12 weeks from October 2025     £420  
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ADVANCED
Wednesday   10.00am-3.30pm     (all day, alternate weeks)   12 weeks from October 2025      £420 

  

ZOOM WORKSHOPS
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book on:-  01273 417178               e-mail  wendy@wendydolan.co.uk

Dates TBA

PATCHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE
Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton, East Sussex. BN1 8TA
book on:-  01273 417178            e-mail   wendy@wendydolan.co.uk

WORKSHOPS TO BE CONFIRMED

                          As a freelance tutor and lecturer I offer talks and workshops, both in person, and via Zoom

WORKSHOPS

       Creative Machine Embroidery for Beginners 
                                                                    Machine Embroidery Inspired by Indian Textiles                                                                
In The Meadow - Layer, Paint and Stitch (1 or 2 day +)
Layered Landscapes (1 or 2 day +)
Machine Embroidered Winter Landscapes / Autumn Landscapes
Architecture in Stitch (1 or 2 day +)
Machine Embroidered Book Covers
Machine Embroidered Bowls and Vessels - working with soluble fabrics
Machine Embroidered Lace - using soluble fabrics
Machine Embroidery inspired by Gustav Klimt (1 or 2 day +)
Machine Embroidery inspired by Antoni Gaudi (1 or 2 day +)
Machine Embroidered Flowers / Trees / Gardens

LECTURES

Creative Stitched Textiles
Indian Treasures - Inspiration from Indian Textiles
Interpreting Natural Forms in Embroidery
Art, Architecture and Stitch
Layer, Paint and Stitch - Exploring the techniques and ideas in my book.
A Change of Scale - The challenges of large scale commissions